careers
DSD is one of the fastest-growing renewables companies in the country for a reason: our team. If you seek a work atmosphere that’s challenging, supportive, curious, open-minded — and powered by possibility — you may just fit right in here.
Who We Are
DSD is transforming the way organizations harness clean energy. With unparalleled capabilities including development, structured financing, project acquisition and long-term asset ownership, DSD creates significant value for our commercial, industrial and municipal customers and partners. Our team brings a distinct combination of ingenuity, rigor and accountability to every project we manage, acquire, own and maintain.
Where We Are
DSD has three office hubs — in New York City, Schenectady and Bay Area — but our staff is set up to work remotely. So you have the flexibility to drive change from just about anywhere.

What Drives Us
Our Vision
is a more sustainable future powered by distributed renewable energy.
Our Mission
is to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy resources by owning and operating clean energy solutions for our customers.
Our Purpose
is to create renewable energy solutions that sustainably and economically solve our customer’s energy needs; in doing so, we directly combat climate change while earning a return on our investment.
Our Tenets






Be part of something greater.
Be part of something greater.
What you do every day has an impact beyond you. Your actions can contribute to happier, energized, more-creative co-workers … clients who save money, reduce waste and contribute to an improved global ecosystem … and family & friends who get to enjoy you at your best when the workday ends.
Give it absolutely everything.
Give it absolutely everything.
Our mission is to accelerate the deployment of renewables for the benefit of our clients and the greater world. That means every project is an opportunity to make a transformational difference. To pull it off, hard work is needed — and expected — every day. Because if it were easy, everyone would do it.
Get out of your comfort zone.
Get out of your comfort zone.
Greatness is born from difficulty. So, push yourself. Dare to suggest something that’s never been tried before. Take calculated risks. Focus. Believe. Adapt. Laugh. Learn from loses. Celebrate wins. And, never forget that everything we do — personally and professionally — has an impact far beyond us.
Be respectful … and accountable.
Be respectful … and accountable.
At DSD, you’ll find a work atmosphere that’s professional, supportive, curious and openminded. Our staff is dedicated to treating everyone — team members, customers and partners alike — with kindness, appreciation and respect. And that starts with each individual being accountable to the greater team.
Embrace the power of diversity.
Embrace the power of diversity.
DSD is building a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming people of all races, backgrounds, affiliations, gender identities and sexual orientations. We believe a team of individuals who see things differently can challenge each other to think beyond assumptions — and break down all kinds of barriers.
We do things differently here.
We do things differently here.
Our people are our greatest asset, and we reflect that in the way we work. DSD’s organizational model promotes collaboration, inclusion, and diversity. We work together to solve problems, brainstorm innovations, and improve our customer’s experience. All of these while having fun.
“DSD is a company powered by possibility. We’re literally working, each day, to change the world for the better — and looking for creative, energetic people to join us on that mission.”
Erik Schiemann, CEO
Join Us
Meet the Team
Featured Benefits

Paid medical, vision
and dental

Paid permissive
time off

Paid maternity / paternity leave

Company matched 401k

Life & disability insurance

Flexible remote work

Flexible spending
accounts

Performance bonus structure

Volunteer time off